Healthy Eating Habits for Better Living

Key Principles

Adopting balanced nutrition improves physical and mental health. Focus on these basics:

• Carbohydrates: 50-60% of daily calories (whole grains preferred)
• Proteins: 10-15% (animal and plant sources)
• Vegetables: 5 servings daily (color variety recommended)
• Fruits: 3-4 servings (avoid excess sugar content)

Nutritional Guidelines

Common Mistakes

According to WHO 2023 report, these practices are harmful:

• Excessive processed food consumption
• Insufficient water intake (8 cups daily minimum)
• skipping breakfast routine
• High-sodium diet (>2000 mg/day recommended limit)

Implementation Tips

Measuring Progress

Track intake using apps like MyFitnessPal. Target:

• Portion Control
• Meal Timing
• Nutrient Balance

Sample Daily Meal Plan

Expert Recommendations

Dr. Jane Smith (2024) emphasizes:

• Meal Preparations
• Hydration Monitoring
• Seasonal Food Selection